» How does CINEMANIA Online work?"
» What equipment do I need to watch CINEMANIA Online films at home?
» Do all CINEMANIA Online films cost money to watch?
» Will the CINEMANIA Online films be streaming at specific times?
» Will I be able to see CINEMANIA Online without an internet connection?
» How do I create an account on the CINEMANIA Online platform?
» Do I need to create an account on the CINEMANIA Online platform if I already have a CINEMANIA account?
» Will it be possible to watch films from anywhere in the world?
» How does my online pass work?

We have created an online streaming platform that can be accessed via the programming pages on our website. This platform allows you to purchase the films you want to see and watch them in the comfort of your home, on your big-screen TV, laptop or desktop computer, tablet or smartphone—the choice is yours!

We’re working with Festival Scope and Shift72, companies that have the tools necessary to comply with the piracy protection security standards of the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA).

For a step-by-step understanding of how CINEMANIA Online works, you can find a more detailed explanation below.

You can purchase the films you want to see in our CINEMANIA Online programming and watch them with a computer, tablet or cell phone.

If you have a big screen TV or a projector, you can use Apple TV or Chromecast or an HDMI cable to connect your TV to your computer.

Most of the films available through CINEMANIA Online will be priced according to the following guide: 

» SINGLE TICKET FOR A FEATURE FILM: $8.00 
» SINGLE TICKET FOR A SHORT FILM: $1.00 
» ONLINE PASS (access to all films online): $65.00 

However, certain CINEMANIA Online films and exclusive content will be offered to audiences for free. More details to come. 

Yes, most of the CINEMANIA Online films will be available to watch starting from specific times indicated on the website and the downloadable PDF schedule.

For example, “NIGHT OF KINGS,” the pre-opening film for the 26th edition of CINEMANIA, will be shown in theatres (if public health authorities’ guidelines permit it) and online on Wednesday, November 4 at 7:00 p.m. Those who want to watch the film at home can buy in advance a ticket from October 13, but will be able to watch it only starting from 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 4, the night of the premiere. 

» All feature films will be available on the platform for 48 hours.
» Once the viewing is started in your account, you have 6 hours to complete it.
» Certain films, especially short films, will be available online for the duration of the festival, with no time limit (from November 4 to 22).

No. It isn’t possible to purchase and watch the films in CINEMANIA Online if you are not connected to the internet. 

You need to create a free account on the website of Shift72, our streaming partner, right here. When you’re redirected to the streaming platform, simply click on the icon at the top right to create a new account.

Yes. You need your own account on the Shift72 platform to purchase and watch films online.

No. The CINEMANIA Online programming is accessible only if you are physically on Canadian territory.

When you buy an online pass, the entire catalogue of CINEMANIA Online films will be added to your library. You will then be able to watch the films according to the festival's schedule.